Triangle Palm

Once you see a beautiful triangle palm tree, your definitely going to want one!

Unique looking and easy to grow, they are adaptable to many growing conditions.

All reasons for them gaining in popularity.

They
aren’t as widely known as some other palms are.

Native to Madagascar and threatened in their
nature habitat, they aren’t going to disappear.

The use of them in landscapes
and containers all over the world ensures that.

It displays a unique shape of arcing leaves
that seem to come straight out of top of the tree on three sides, thus the name.

The leaves are feather like, blue-green or silver green color.

This tree will flower all year and will produce an inedible
fruit.

The fruits contain one seed and another tree can easily be
started from seed.

Usually germinates within three months.

Growth

The triangle palm is a tropical to sub tropical tree and don’t do well
below freezing.

If touched by a frost, some fronds may go yellow or brown and
die.

Anything more than a light frost will damage the tree extensively and they
will probably die.

These trees thrive in a sandy soil. If necessary just add a
bit of sand to your soil on planting.

Make sure it is well drained, so the
roots never sit in water.

They can be susceptible to a potassium deficiency. Combat by feeding properly.

Fertilize at least twice a year with a slow release granular
or every 3 months with a water soluble palm fertilizer with the appropriate minerals including potassium.

Note: If you do supplement with potassium be sure there is magnesium in your fertilizer or supplement. The extra potassium will cause a deficiency in magnisium if it isn't already in your mix.

Quick info: Scientific name- Dypsis decaryi

30-40 ft tall, 20 ft wide, single trunk

minimum temp 32°F zone 10-11

full sun

grows in a sandy well drained soil, any pH

mildly drought tolerant

medium growth rate

Care of the Triangle Palm

Most consider the triangle palm as a faster grower once
established.

They will want full sun if in the yard, and who would really want
to hide this centerpiece type tree anyway.

They have a relatively short trunk
that usually appears a white/grey color.

That makes it a great tree to add some
colorful plants around the base.

They are only mildly drought tolerant and should be water
daily when 1st planted.

Once to twice a week once
established.

Give them a shower or mist
bath if indoors for the winter.

To add to the attraction the center or bud of the tree can display
a brownish–red fur looking covering.

Adds an extra touch but nothing major it
does rub off.

If you see this-it is not a pest or disease.

Containers

For
containers, they are very attractive.

Be prepared for a good sized tree,
although they won’t get anywhere near the size they do in their native habitat.

In the container they will stay smaller, slowing their growth after becoming
somewhat pot bound.

It’s okay to leave them this way for a bit.

They aren’t the easiest to transplant once established in soil but it can be done
successfully if you use care with their roots.

Not as fussy as some, not as
easy as others. Just try to disturb the roots as little as possible.

If you are a palm tree enthusiast you are going to want the triangle palm on display in your little slice of paradise!

NOTE : About Buying Palms

If you are looking to buy palm trees
of any kind then I would highly recommend purchasing through the Real Palm Tree Store.

They
are a huge nursery based in Florida with connections to many quality growers.

Whether you are ordering from inside the United States,
Canada or another part of the world-- ordering one tree for your landscape or many
for a commercial project-- I’m confident you won’t be disappointed.

Their customer
service is second to none; all products are high quality and backed by a money back 100% satisfaction guarantee.

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